Toronto,
ON,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Molecular Genetics in Toronto Canada | University of Toronto
University of Toronto
|
Toronto Canada
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
30,350
(c. USD21,824.32)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Department of Molecular Genetics operates from the Medical Sciences Building, with close to 100 faculty members conducting research across multiple facilities including the Best Institute, Donnelly Centre for Cellular and Biomolecular Research, FitzGerald Building, Hospital for Sick Children, Mount Sinai Hospital, Ontario Institute for Cancer Research, and Princess Margaret Hospital.
Our Master of Science and PhD programs in Molecular Genetics provide research opportunities across diverse genetic systems, spanning from microorganisms to human studies. Investigative areas encompass DNA processes, gene regulation, cellular communication, host-pathogen interactions, developmental biology in model organisms, neurobiology, immunology, cancer research, structural biology, and human genetic therapies.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Normally, a BSc or MD degree or equivalent with excellent academic credentials in molecular biology, genetics, microbiology, and/or biochemistry. Applicants trained in other quantitative sciences (math, physics, chemistry, computer science, engineering, etc.) are also strongly encouraged to apply.
English language requirements
International English Language Testing System (IELTS): Required score: 7.0 (Academic) with at least 6.5 for each component.
Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT) Including Writing and Speaking Sections: Overall score: 93; Writing: 22; Speaking: 22
Academic English Level 60: Required score: B
Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) Online: Required score: 70 minimum total with at least 60 in each part.
The Certificate of Proficiency in English (COPE): Required score: 76 minimum total with at least 22 in each component and 32 in writing
Cambridge Assessment English: Required score: minimum 185 overall with at least 176 in each component.
Tuition
CAD
30,350